Cabin speaker options - need some advice.

[hants82]

I have 2 sets of Polk 6501 UM component speakers in my 98 Sunsetter. I'm getting a new interior and don't want to cut into the new skins to mount the tweeter. If I went with the Polk 651 UM would I notice a difference or is that a comparable speaker? If that's not a good option I thought about replacing all 4 speakers. Any advice would be great!

I also don't have any bow speakers and would like to add a set but not sure the best path to do in my boat. Has anyone addeed a set to their bow in a similar boat?

Thanks a ton!!!

[MLA]

Off the top of my head, I cant say what the significant differences are between those two polk models. As a consideration and if room permits, have you considered a larger speaker like the Kicker KM8? Deeper mid-bass and extra output then a 6.5" with not additional wattage.

[hants82]

I like the idea of the larger speaker. I'm not sure that I have room. If they fit I may go that route. If I don't have I'll have to find a 6.5" solution, if so maybe the 6.5" kickers are a good solution?